Next-Generation Ophthalmic Diagnosis and Personalized Eye Care

Publication ID: 24-11857255_0010_PTD
Published: November 07, 2025
Category:Future Evolutions & Paradigm Shifts

Legal Citation

pr1or.art Inc., “Next-Generation Ophthalmic Diagnosis and Personalized Eye Care,” Published Technical Disclosure No. 24-11857255_0010_PTD, Published November 07, 2025, available at https://archive.pr1or.art/24-11857255_0010_PTD
This technical disclosure describes improvements that would be readily apparent to a Person Having Ordinary Skill In The Art (PHOSITA) when considered in combination with the foundational architecture disclosed in U.S. Patent No. 11,857,255.

Summary of the Inventive Concept

A revolutionary ophthalmic apparatus and system that leverages AI, machine learning, and cloud computing to enable remote diagnosis, personalized eye care, and predictive analytics for ophthalmic diseases.

Background and Problem Solved

The original ophthalmic apparatus, as described in the patent, has limitations in terms of image quality, processing power, and data analysis capabilities. The new inventive concept addresses these limitations by introducing wearable devices, cloud-based servers, and deep learning models to capture high-quality images, process large datasets, and detect anomalies in real-time.

Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept

The next-generation ophthalmic apparatus comprises a wearable device that captures a sequence of high-resolution images of the subject eye. These images are then transmitted to a cloud-based server, where they are processed using a deep learning model trained on a large dataset of images from multiple subjects. The model detects anomalies and generates a risk assessment report, which is used to predict ophthalmic diseases. Additionally, a portable scanner can capture 3D images of the subject eye, which are used to create a digital twin of the eye. This digital twin is used to simulate the behavior of the eye under different conditions, predicting the effectiveness of different treatments.

Novelty and Inventive Step

The new claims introduce the use of wearable devices, cloud-based servers, deep learning models, and digital twins, which are not present in the original patent. These innovations enable real-time image processing, predictive analytics, and personalized eye care, which are not possible with the original apparatus.

Alternative Embodiments and Variations

Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include the use of different types of wearable devices, such as smart glasses or contact lenses, or the integration of additional sensors, such as blood glucose monitors or environmental sensors. Variations of the digital twin could include the use of different simulation models or the incorporation of real-time data from other sources.

Potential Commercial Applications and Market

The next-generation ophthalmic apparatus and system have significant commercial potential in the healthcare industry, particularly in the areas of telemedicine, personalized medicine, and predictive analytics. The target market includes ophthalmologists, optometrists, and healthcare providers, as well as patients with ophthalmic diseases or at risk of developing them.

CPC Classifications

SectionClassGroup
A A61 A61B3/0025
A A61 A61B3/0041
A A61 A61B3/102

Field of Art

Ophthalmic imaging and diagnostic technologies, specifically involving eye imaging systems, image processing, and medical diagnostic apparatus with a focus on anterior segment and eye structure visualization

Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile

A biomedical engineer or medical imaging specialist with expertise in optical systems, image processing algorithms, medical device design, and advanced sensor technologies, typically holding a Master's or PhD in biomedical engineering or medical imaging

Obviousness Rationale

A PHOSITA would recognize that the PTD's disclosed variations represent predictable technological extensions of the source patent's core imaging methodology by integrating contemporary technologies like cloud computing, machine learning, and digital simulation into existing ophthalmic imaging frameworks. The fundamental image capture and processing principles remain consistent, with the primary innovation being the application of advanced computational techniques to enhance diagnostic capabilities. These variations would be considered obvious evolutionary developments in medical imaging technology.

Obvious Combinations & Variations

Source Patent Element
Image capturing unit configured to capture target parts of a subject eye
PTD Variation
Wearable device capturing sequential high-resolution images transmitted to cloud-based server
Obviousness Reasoning
Predictable technological progression using standard wireless transmission and cloud processing techniques known in medical imaging domain
Source Patent Element
Processor and memory for image processing instructions
PTD Variation
Deep learning model trained on multiple subject images for anomaly detection
Obviousness Reasoning
Application of machine learning to medical image analysis is a known technique for enhancing diagnostic capabilities with predictable results
Source Patent Element
Capturing images of different eye regions
PTD Variation
3D digital twin simulation of eye behavior under different conditions
Obviousness Reasoning
Logical extension of existing imaging techniques using computational modeling, representing a standard design choice for advanced diagnostic technologies
Source Patent Element
Image combination and position matching techniques
PTD Variation
Remote diagnosis platform using artificial intelligence for image analysis
Obviousness Reasoning
Straightforward application of existing image processing principles to distributed computing environments with expected incremental improvements
35 U.S.C. § 103 Summary: Based on the teachings of US Patent 11857255 and the disclosed technological variations, a person of ordinary skill in the art would find the claimed innovations obvious and anticipated, specifically demonstrating that the proposed ophthalmic diagnostic methods represent predictable technological extensions employing standard computational techniques within the medical imaging domain.

Original Patent Information

Patent NumberUS 11,857,255
TitleOphthalmic apparatus
Assignee(s)Tomey Corporation